Most homes already have a smart meter that digitally communicates with the electric grid. If you're looking to get rooftop solar panels, a smart meter is an essential piece of equipment. Here's why.

SPRINGFIELD — Your electric meter will soon be able to communicate with you in real time. That means a warning if you are using more power, and spending more money, than you’d planned. This week, ...

Mike Newman is the technology director and data privacy officer for Gananda Central School District near Rochester, N.Y. His background in teaching and instructional technology aids him in designing ...

Sophisticated smart meters use IC technology to accurately measure and report power consumption. A primary concern in smart meter design is measurement data integrity. The most effective solution to ...

Amid rising electricity costs globally, finding ways to cut back on usage has become a priority for many. Here’s where [JGAguagdo]’s ingenious smart power meter comes into play, offering a practical ...

If you're savvy and want to do a bit more home monitoring, these interesting sensor ideas might be worth trying.

A campaign to convince the 17,000 New Brunswick households that have refused the installation of a smart meter to change their minds will likely be launched in June, the utility's ongoing rate hearing ...